Welcome Lauren!

Welcome Lauren Young! She is a new assistant at Candy Shop Vintage. To get to know her, we asked her a few questions about herself. Enjoy!1) Where are you from and where do you live now?
I am from a little town called Simpsonville, South Carolina, right outside of Greenville. The town was a little too small for my liking, so I decided to move to Charleston four years ago.

2) What is your favorite thing about Charleston?
My favorite thing about Charleston is the creative atmosphere. People visit and move to Charleston to find that they thrive here. Everything and everyone has a unique story, which makes it an interesting and exciting place to live.

3) Describe your personal style. Who are your style icons?
I love vintage clothing and accessories! Most of the things I own are either vintage or vintage inspired. Often the quality and craftsmanship of vintage clothes and accessories is superior to what you can find today and I love the idea of giving vintage pieces a new life. Two of my fashion icons are Nicole Kidman and Rachel Zoe. Nicole is classically beautiful and elegant and Rachel Zoe is great at mixing vintage with cutting edge fashion.

4) Do you own or did you inherit any vintage jewelry that you love? If so, what are your favorite pieces?
My grandmother gave me a few pieces when I moved to Charleston, including a pair of gold tone hoops that I can wear day or night. I also have a fun pair of gold costume earrings that I wear on special occasions, as well as my favorite piece - a beautiful vintage glass painted brooch – it's like a small piece of art!

5) What is your favorite thing about Candy Shop Vintage?
I love the entire Candy Shop Vintage jewelry collection! Each piece is carefully selected and reflects a time when costume jewelry was of the highest quality. I also love that the company was inspired by vintage candy stores. Who doesn't want to mix candy and costume jewelry?! It is a great combination and I think much of the collection can be worn for almost any occasion.

6) What is your favorite kind of candy?
My favorite candy is sour straws. I remember being a young girl and drinking Coca Cola out of a sour straw. Sweet and sour – a perfect match with a nice, cold Coca Cola!

Lauren is finishing up her final year at the Art Institute of Charleston and has a great vintage fashion blog... go check it out!